98.80%Player RTPAs reported by Evolution
98.76%Banker RTP
43-50Hands Per ShoeLimited penetration
20%Fee on Player and BankerNot applied to Tie or Pairs
$1-$5,000Bet Range
What is Peek Baccarat?
Peek Baccarat by Evolution Gaming adds a peek mechanic to standard Baccarat -- players can view some dealt cards before deciding to adjust bets. A 20% fee applies to Player and Banker bets but not to Tie or Pair bets. Deck penetration is very limited at 43-50 hands per shoe.
Third Card Rule: Player draws on 0-5, stands on 6-7, natural 8-9 ends the hand. Banker drawing conditions depend on the Banker total and the value of the Player third card if drawn. Both hands are fully automated.
Scorecards are not a strategy tool. Road maps display historical outcomes only. Each baccarat hand is near-independent of the last. Pattern-reading from scorecards has no predictive value for future outcomes.
The Peek Mechanic
Peek: At specific moments in the deal, players may view cards before committing to or adjusting their bets. This information is most actionable when combined with an accurate running count from the tool below.
Limited penetration: 43-50 hands per shoe is the shortest dealing window of any Baccarat variant in this guide set. The count rarely reaches actionable levels before the shoe resets.
Main Bets and RTP
| Bet | RTP | Payout / Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Player | 98.80% | 1:1 | |
| Banker | 98.76% | 0.95:1 (5% commission) | |
| Tie | 85.64% | 8:1 |
Side Bets
| Bet | RTP | Payout / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| P Pair | 89.64% | 11:1 |
| B Pair | 89.64% | 11:1 |
Pair bet RTP (89.64%) and Tie RTP (85.64%) are the lowest of any variant in this guide set.
Card Counter Tool
The tool below tracks card composition in real time. The Peek mechanic makes current shoe composition most relevant when the peek window opens. The 43-50 hand shoe is the primary limitation on counting effectiveness here.
Live Tool
FAQ
What is the Peek mechanic?
At specific deal moments players can view some cards before deciding to adjust bets. Most useful when combined with an accurate running count.
What is the RTP?
As reported by Evolution: Player 98.80%, Banker 98.76%, Tie 85.64%, Pair bets 89.64%.
Is Peek Baccarat good for card counting?
The 43-50 hand shoe is the shortest in our guide set. Other variants with deeper penetration are more suitable.